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Friday, April 12, 2013

VIDEO: First Look - Dan Stevens Stars in SUMMER IN FEBRUARY by Movies News Desk

Below, check out the trailer for SUMMER IN FEBRUARY, from CrossDay ProductionsApart Films. The period drama stars 'Downton Abbey' star Dan Stevens along with Dominic Cooper, Emily Browning a…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:52AM
Thursday, April 11, 2013

1ST NIGHT, Starring Richard E. Grant and Sarah Brightman, to Hit Select Theaters, 5/3 by Movies News Desk

Gravitas Ventures will release '1st NIGHT' note the spelling of the title it isn't 'First Night' in select theaters and on VOD daydate on May 3rd. This quintessential English comedy stars Ri…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:47PM

Stanley Tucci, Anne Heche Sign On for Action Thriller HEAT by Movies News Desk

Deadline reports that Stanley Tucci and Anne Heche have joined the cat of the action thriller HEAT, based on the novel by William Goldman

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:47PM

Photo Flash: First Look - New Poster Revealed for Joss Whedon's MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING by Movies News Desk

Entertainment Weekly has exclusively revealed a new poster for director Joss Whedon's MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING, opening in North America on June 7 and in the UK and Ireland on June 14. The fil…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:50AM
Tuesday, April 9, 2013

Anne Hathaway to Join Matthew McConaughey for Christopher Nolan's INTERSTELLAR by Movies News Desk

Anne Hathaway is heading straight from 19th century France to space. According to Deadline, the LES MISERABLES star and Oscar-winner is nearing a deal to star opposite Matthew McConaughey in…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:18PM
Monday, April 8, 2013

Barbra Streisand Out as Director of SKINNY AND CAT Film by Movies News Desk

Showbiz411 reports exclusively that Barbra Streisand will no longer direct the upcoming film SKINNY AND CAT. The project, starring Colin Firth and Cate Blanchett, would have marked the actre…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:47AM
Saturday, April 6, 2013

Roger Ebert's Funeral Set for April 8 in Chicago by Movies News Desk

Funeral services for Roger Ebert will be held Monday, April 8, in Chicago at Holy Name Cathedral, beginning at 10 a.m. Friends and fans are welcome, but seating at the church is limited.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:17PM
Friday, April 5, 2013

Jessica Chastain in Final Talks to Star in del Toro Thriller CRIMSON PEAKS by Movies News Desk

Variety reports that Jessica Chastain is in 'final negotiations' to star in Guillermo del Toro's horror thriller CRIMSON PEAK from Legendary Pictures.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:32PM

Dan Stevens in Talks to Star as 'Captain Flint' in SWALLOWS AND AMAZONS by Movies News Desk

Coming off his Broadway debut in 'The Heiress', actor Dan Stevens is currently talks to take on the role of James Turner, aka 'Captain Flint' in a film adaptation of the beloved childrens bo…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:46AM
Thursday, April 4, 2013

Jacki Weaver Joins Gena Rowlands and Cheyenne Jackson in 6 DANCE LESSONS IN 6 WEEKS Film by Movies News Desk

According to Deadline.com, Jacki Weaver is joining Gena Rowlands and Cheyenne Jackson in 6 Dance Lesons In 6 Weeks, based on Richard Alfieri's Broadway play. Weaver will play Irene, one of M…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:20PM

Barbra Streisand to Helm Romance Following Legendary Photojournalist by Movies News Desk

The incomparable Barbra Streisand is about to settle back into the director's chair. According to Deadline, the legendary singer and actress is set to helm an upcoming and untitled film foll…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:31PM

Legendary Film Critic Roger Ebert Dies at 70 by Movies News Desk

Following complications with cancer, the acclaimed and legendary film critic Roger Ebert has passed away at the age of 70. The Chicago Sun-Times, where his career began in 1967, confirmed th…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:47PM
Tuesday, April 2, 2013

VIDEO: First Trailer for THE ENGLISH TEACHER with Julianne Moore & Nathan Lane Debuts by Movies News Desk

The first trailer for THE ENGLISH TEACHER, starring Julianne Moore and Nathan Lane, has just debuted Check it out, via ComingSoon.net, below

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:23PM
Friday, March 29, 2013

'Harry Potter' Star & Tony Winner Richard Griffiths Dies at 65 by Movies News Desk

BBC News reports that English actor of stage, film and television, Richard Griffiths has died at age 65 after complications from recent heart surgery. The actor was best known for his portra…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:09AM
Thursday, March 28, 2013

Former Academy President & Tony Nominee Fay Kanin Dies at 95 by Movies News Desk

Fay Kanin, who served as President of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences from 1979 to 1983, has passed away at 95.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:45AM
Wednesday, March 27, 2013

Anne Hathaway to Star in Dark Comedy LAGGIES by Movies News Desk

Deadline reports that Academy Award winner Anne Hathaway is 'deep in negotiations' to star in Lynn Shelton's upcoming dark comedy LAGGIES. The actress will join Chloe Moretz and Sam Rockwell…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:35PM

Amber Tamblyn to Join America Ferrera in X/Y by Movies News Desk

Amber Tamblyn is teaming up with UGLY BETTY. According to Deadline, Tamblyn has officially signed on to co-star with America Ferrera in her husband's, Ryan Piers Williams, upcoming independe…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:33PM

Audra McDonald to Play Aretha Franklin in Upcoming Biopic? by Movies News Desk

Audra McDonald as the 'Queen of Soul' If a report in this morning's New York Daily News is correct, the five-time Tony Award winner may soon take on the role of legendary singer Aretha Frank…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:05AM
Tuesday, March 26, 2013

Patrick Wilson & Katherine Heigl to Lead NORTH OF HELL by Movies News Desk

Patrick Wilson and Katherine Heigl are officially set to take a trip just NORTH OF HELL. According to Deadline, the duo have signed on to star in Darko Entertainment's upcoming dark comedy N…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:27PM
Friday, March 22, 2013

Katie Holmes Wants to Star in a Broadway Musical? by Movies News Desk

According to the New York Post, Katie Holmes is eager to return to Broadway, but this time in a musical. The NYP writes that Holmes is 'interested in finding another theater project' and wil…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:54AM
Wednesday, March 20, 2013

Christina Applegate in Talks to Join Ed Helms for VACATION Reboot by Movies News Desk

Christina Applegate is mulling over marrying into the Griswold family. The actress, who recently departed NBC's UP ALL NIGHT, is in late negotiations to star opposite Ed Helms in New Line Ci…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:20PM

Rita Moreno, Ann-Margret & Julian Sands Joinc Cast of SIX DANCE LESSONS IN SIX WEEKS by Movies News Desk

The Village Voice's Michael Musto reports that Ann-Margret, Rita Moreno and Julian Sands have joined the cast of the upcoming film SIX DANCE LESSONS IN SIX WEEKS. The actors will join previo…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:40AM
Tuesday, March 19, 2013

America Ferrera Signs on for Husband Ryan Piers Williams' X/Y by Movies News Desk

UGLY BETTY is heading back to Manhattan. According to The Hollywood Reporter, America Ferrera has officially signed on to co-star with her husband Ryan Piers Williams in his upcoming indepen…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:35PM

Chris Rock Teams With Scott Rudin on Third Feature Film by Movies News Desk

Deadline reports that Chris Rock has teamed up with Scott Rudin and Barry Diller on his next film endeavor. The actor wrote and will direct and star in the yet to be titled project, shooting…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:38PM

Katie Holmes Giving Up Acting for Law Career? by Movies News Desk

In an all-new interview featured in the upcoming issue of Allure Magazine, Katie Holmes spoke about her hopes and plans for the future, which may include an exit from the entertainment indus…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:57AM

Justin Timberlake to Star as ANNIE'S Daddy Warbucks? by Movies News Desk

Justin Timberlake may soon be putting on his suit and tie and heading to a mansion on New York's Fifth Avenue. According to the New York Post, the singer is being considered for the lead rol…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:31AM
Monday, March 18, 2013

Hugh Jackman Set to Star in Paramount's SIX YEARS by Movies News Desk

Jean Valjean is moving on from 19th century France. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Hugh Jackman, who is just coming off of his Oscar-nominated role in Tom Hooper's LES MISERABLES, has …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:35PM

Michael Gracey to Direct Elton John Musical Biopic ROCKETMAN by Movies News Desk

ROCKETMAN has found its director. Rocket Pictures, the studio behind the forthcoming Elton John musical biopic, has officially tapped commercial helmer Michael Gracey to take the reins on th…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:19PM

Nick Jonas to Star in Edgy Thriller CAREFUL WHAT YOU WISH FOR by Movies News Desk

Ohnotheydidn't.com reports that Nick Jonas has signed on for Hyde Park-Image Nation and Troika Pictures' edgy thriller CAREFUL WHAT YOU WISH FOR. The Jonas Brothers bandmate will star as the…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:16PM

HANDS ON A HARDBODY Documentary Re-released on DVD by Movies News Desk

The re-release of the digitally re-mastered DVD and VOD of cult classic HANDS ON A HARDBODY THE DOCUMENTARY is currently available at handsonahardbodythemovie.com DVD and streaming.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:12AM
Wednesday, March 13, 2013

Amy Ryan Joins Cast of Broadway-Based Comedy BIRDMAN by Movies News Desk

Deadline reports that Amy Ryan has signed on for Alejandro Gonzalez-Inarritu's upcoming Broadway-themed comedy BIRDMAN.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:04PM

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